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So when choosing, opt for an unrefined salt, and use it only occasionally as a seasoning. If you want to cut down on your salt intake, stop eating preprepared meals and snacks. These are by far and away the greatest source of hidden salt in our diets. Be aware also of what you are eating from day to day.
Salt contains sodium chloride which is the main ingredient in preserving food when used in large quantities. Salt helps to restrict the growth of microorganisms in food througâ¦h the process of osmosis. A concentration of about 20% salt is required to kill bacteria.